Word Investments Inc
Accepts applications
Word Investments Inc is a private foundation in Ada, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $664,321 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $260,843. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$664,321
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$260,843
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was up from $432,691 the year before.
62% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $407,955 | 24 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $432,691 | 20 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $664,321 | 29 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Clare Degraaf 7163 Headley St SE Ste B, Ada, MI 49301 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (616) 485-5016 |
| What to submit | Personal letter stating needs, goals, funding desired and name, address and telephone number of contact person |
| Restrictions | Limited to charitable & religious organization exempt under irc sec 501(c) (3) or qualified to receive deductible contributions under irc sec 170 (b) (1) (i) - (VIII) |
What Word Investments Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 17 | $470,725 |
| Georgia | 2 | $82,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $52,778 |
| Florida | 3 | $22,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $12,750 |
| Texas | 1 | $12,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $568 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Benevolence | Charitable | $260,843 |
| The Seed Company | Religious | $80,000 |
| Cure International | Charitable | $51,035 |
| Master's Ranch and Christian Academy | Religious | $50,278 |
| Calvary Church | Charitable | $31,158 |
| Jones-Johnson Family Ministry | Religious | $30,000 |
| Door | Charitable | $25,000 |
| International Generosity Foundation Trust | Chartiable | $14,000 |
| Youth for Christ | Religious | $12,750 |
| Network 20 International | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Christian Life Ministries | Religious | $12,500 |
| New City Networks | Religious | $12,000 |
| Unity Church | Religious | $10,000 |
| Grace Global Ministries | Religious | $10,000 |
| Church Planters Training International | Religious | $10,000 |
| Coram Deo Association of Churches | Religious | $6,000 |
| Grace Explorations | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Global Hope Network International | Religious | $5,000 |
| The Grand Awakening | Religious | $4,000 |
| Two Fish Foundation | Religious | $3,500 |
| The Way Microchurches | Religious | $3,500 |
| Treetops Collectiv | Religious | $3,189 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ International | Religious | $3,000 |
| Mentor Me | Religious | $2,500 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Religious | $2,500 |
| Ambassadors of Christ International | Religious | $2,000 |
| Mission Enablers Internation | Religious | $1,000 |
| Les Tunner ALS Foundation | Religious | $568 |
| Assemblies of God | Religious | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Clare Degraaf
- Susan Degraaf
- Diane Luchies-Pferdehirt
Questions people ask
Does Word Investments Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Word Investments Inc give?
$664,321 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Word Investments Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Clare Degraaf (President), Susan Degraaf (Secretary) and Diane Luchies-Pferdehirt (Treasurer).
What does Word Investments Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and youth programs.